Barbados News

British Airways is expanding its Barbados services from October 25, 2026, with a new London Gatwick route expected to increase seat capacity and maintain additional flights into summer 2027.

British Airways will launch a direct London Gatwick service to Barbados on October 25, adding to its Heathrow flights and taking UK service to three daily flights during the winter.

Passengers booked on the affected flights will be moved to alternative same-day Caribbean Airlines services, while other scheduled connections between Trinidad, Tobago and Barbados will continue.

The Fair Trading Commission approved three of four proposed machines for Barbados Light & Power, but any impact on electricity bills would come only after a future rate review.

The three-day technical mission included visits to hospitals and polyclinics as officials examined Barbados’ electronic health records and digital healthcare systems.

Barbados health officials are monitoring influenza, RSV, COVID-19 and other respiratory infections while urging residents to practise good hygiene and protect vulnerable people.

Barbados Tridents defended a total of 177 for five to defeat Saint Lucia Kings by nine runs in a rain-shortened CPL match at the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium.

The BDF is upgrading its capabilities in maritime security, cyber defence, disaster response and troop training to address evolving national and regional security threats.

Consumers are now paying between 53 cents and BBD $2.68 less for four LPG cylinder sizes after the revised retail prices took effect across Barbados from midnight on August 2.

Rihanna attended the state funeral of Barbados National Hero Sir Garfield Sobers at Kensington Oval, joining government officials, cricket legends, and thousands of mourners to honour the sporting icon.

The new twice-weekly non-stop service is expected to strengthen regional connectivity, making travel easier for business, tourism and family visits between Antigua and Barbuda and Barbados.

The limited-time promotion offers one-way Lite fares, including taxes, for travel between Barbados and Guyana in September, giving passengers more affordable options for business and leisure travel.

The Barbados-London flight was cancelled after several cabin crew members were allegedly found unfit for duty following a night of heavy drinking, prompting suspensions and an internal investigation.

Citizens of Barbados and Guyana can now travel between the two countries using ICAO-compliant national ID cards instead of passports under a new bilateral travel arrangement that took effect on July 1.

Event organisers must notify the Ministry of Health, meet public health requirements, and obtain permits before hosting mass gatherings during Barbados' busy festival season.

Police in Barbados are reviewing CCTV footage after five caskets, including one infant casket, were reported missing from a St Michael funeral home showroom, prompting a reward for information.

The Barbados National Council of Parent-Teacher Associations condemned the shooting, calling for urgent action to protect children and ensure school safety.

The Ministry of Transport and Works is advancing road construction in Barbados' Christ Church communities, including new roads, flood solutions, and infrastructure upgrades.

Barbados Police Service is actively engaged in the investigation and warned that the apparent gang conflict between young men has spiraled out of control with retaliation becoming routine.

Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. announced the move as a step to enhance connectivity, with Air Canada set to operate a 177-seat Boeing 737 MAX 8 on the route.